File Extension Library


.MCAT File Extension

  • Developer by: Adobe Systems
  • Category: Data Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .MCAT files and how to open them?

Can't open .MCAT file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .MCAT file.

What is a .MCAT file extension?

.MCAT file extension is created by Adobe Systems. .MCAT has been classified as Data Files. The format of .MCAT file is Binary.

.MCAT is Adobe Lightroom CC Catalog File

An MCAT file is a catalog file created by Adobe Lightroom CC, a digital photo management and editing application. It stores a catalog of information about a collection of imported images that is used to organize the images in Lightroom CC.

MCAT files are created when you import photos into Adobe Lightroom CC. The file contains references to where the photos are located, edits that have been made to the photos in Lightroom CC, and metadata that organizes the photos.

NOTE: Lightroom CC was formerly known as Photoshop Lightroom.

List of all softwares that can open the Adobe Lightroom CC Catalog File
Windows
Adobe Lightroom CC 2019
Mac
Adobe Lightroom CC 2019

How to fix problems with .MCAT files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .MCAT files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .MCAT file format
  2. You need to check the .MCAT file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)